Max joined the Air Force in 1943, after graduating with a degree in aeronautical engineering. Upon discharge from the service, he did post graduate work at University of Michigan.

In 1957, he purchased Wood Brothers Hardware in Charlevoix. He simultaneously served as president of the newly formed Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce, and was instrumental in organizing the first Waterfront Art Fair under the auspices of the Chamber in 1958. After the sale of Harbor Hardware, he joined Freedman Artcraft and later became general manager when Harbor Industries took over. He was a charter member and past commodore of the Charlevoix Yacht Club.

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A memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, at Christ Episcopal Church in Charlevoix. His cremains will be inurned at Brookside Cemetery in Charlevoix.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of West Hernando-Pasco Inc., 12260 Cortez, Brooksville, Fla. 34613; Charlevoix Public Library, 220 W. Clinton St., Charlevoix, Mich. 49720; or to the charity of choice.